Family Wellbeing Hub
At St Paul's we are committed to supporting and enhancing the wellbeing of all members of the school community. The Family Wellbeing Hub includes a range of support materials and resources to help children and parents stay mentally healthy.
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Support for your mental health We all go through difficult times, and if you’re worried about your mental health, and are finding it difficult to cope, you’re not alone. There’s plenty of help and support available in Buckinghamshire, so talk to someone about how you’re feeling and ask for help when you need it.
10 Keys to a Happier Life
Summer 2022 resources
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- Summer-self-care-plan.pdf
- Rethinking Rest Guide.pdf
Spring 2022 resources
- Mar 2022.pdf
- Play the gratitude game.pdf
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- Activities in Bucks
- Things to do
- A Parent's A-Z guide to support An A-Z guide gives you advice on how to help your child with their feelings and behaviour, as well as mental health conditions and life events.
- 100 ways to slightly improve your life without really trying
Journaling Guide
Autumn 2021 Resources
- Action for Happiness November Calendar
- 10 Ways to Stay in the Present Moment
- Active Kids Do Better Family Pack
- remaining optimistic
- Optimism poster
- Action for Happiness October Calendar
- Action for Happiness September Calendar
Summer Family Fun!
- 50 Fun Summer Activities for Families from UNICEF
- Free stuff to do in the summer
- Some unusual places to visit across the UK
- Checklist 50-things-to-do-in-the-summer-holidays
- Family Friendly London!
- Fun activities in nature with the Woodland Trust
- The National Trust 50 Things to do this Summer
Wellbeing Activities
- Alphabet Guide to Wellbeing
- Mental Health Self-care for Children
- 14 day Home Challenge
- Reading Tips
- Life skills to develop - KS1
- Life skills to develop - KS2
- My OOPSpace Journal
- Make a Positivity Box
- Family Selfie Scavenger Hunt
- Spot the signs of exploitation
- The Happiness Challenge
- "How was school today?" - How to get an answer!
- Helping children cope with change
- Family chores spinner
- Calming strategies for adults
- Kindness tracker
- Positive daily intentions
Internet Safety Resources
Gaming Guide for Parents
- Gaming guide for parents
- ThinkUKnow
- Internet Matters
- Safer Internet
- Net Aware
- Parent Info
- Fortnite factsheet for parents
- Fortnite Battle Royale Parents' Guide
- Internet Matters online safety Guide for ages 6-10
Posters
Non-Screen Activity Ideas
Books and Videos
Beautiful Oops - Read aloud
"Beautiful Oops" by Barney Saltsberg This book is great at helping children think about "mistakes" as beautiful opportunities to try something new. It helps with reinforcing a growth mindset
Julian is a Mermaid
Capturing the simple, joyful playfulness of a gender creative young boy and his wonderful grandmother. This is a book about identity and acceptance.
Websites
- Samaritans Every day, the Samaritans respond to around 10,000 calls for help. No judgement. No pressure. There for anyone who needs someone.
- Childline Get help and advice about a wide range of issues: 0800 1111
- Young Minds Working to ensure every young person gets the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what.
- Papyrus Working for Suicide Prevention in Young People
- Child Bereavement UK Supports children, parents and families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies.
- NSPCC Support for Parents Parenting can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging. Parenting tips for all stages of your child's life, as well as advice on how to deal with difficult situations.
- Place 2 Be Art Activities Using art to support and enhance children's wellbeing